Are You Ready For The Pageant?

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1.

Boats follow at a spacing of 10 meters, as this is measured from bow to bow it means the gap between boats is actually what?
- A.
  
  10m
- B.
  
  4.5m
- C.
  
  14.5m
2.

On the day of the Pagaent all boats should listen to VHF 72 and only use this channel for all emergency calls even MAYDAY and PAN PAN.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

Please tick all the items that the Operational Order states must be brought to the event as part of the boat's equipment. (Note that this not a complete list!).
- A.
  
  Anchor
- B.
  
  Torch
- C.
  
  Two fenders
- D.
  
  Whistle
- E.
  
  Rudder
- F.
  
  Full 5L fuel can (with spout)
- G.
  
  Bailer
- H.
  
  Dry Powder fire extinguisher
- I.
  
  Hand held GPS
- J.
  
  Boat hooks
- K.
  
  Throw Line
4.

What is the Postcode of the Aspire Centre in Wandsworth, where everyone is being accomodated?
5.

Which of the following are valid methods of transporting or storing a Suzuki DF2.5 engine?
- A.
  
  Secured upright
- B.
  
  Laid flat on either side
- C.
  
  Laid down on its tiller side
- D.
  
  Balanced on its back propeller down
6.

What should people bring with them, for the weekend?
- A.
  
  CFAV Joining form/ Cadet T1
- B.
  
  Sleeping bag and roll mat/ camp bed
- C.
  
  Number one Uniform white cap
- D.
  
  RYA Powerboat Level 2 Certificate (Coxswain)
- E.
  
  Buoyancy aid
- F.
  
  Number four uniform
- G.
  
  Driving licence or Passport (Crew Supervisor)
- H.
  
  Swimming Kit
7.

Appendix 1 to annex E of the Operation order lists the drills that must be practiced before arriving in London on the 1st June?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

You have just launched your Trinity 500 and your Suzuki DF2.5 engine is running, when you select drive (gear) and go to accelarate the engine makes lots of noise but the boat does not move. What is the most likely cause?
- A.
  
  The Killcord is not attached
- B.
  
  There is too much oil in the engine
- C.
  
  The Propeller has fallen off
- D.
  
  The Shear pin has broken
9.

When in formation during the QDJP which of the follwing are valid reasons for a coxswain to slow their boat down?
- A.
  
  To allow the press a better photo opportunity (PR is important)
- B.
  
  In order to maintain the correct spacing behind the boat in front (it is important to keep the formation as accurate as possible)
- C.
  
  When towards the inside of a bend (as you will have less distance to travel than the the boats on the outside of the bend)
- D.
  
  To communicate with a nearby boat (As the VHF carried on each Trinity is for listening and emergency only)
- E.
  
  For the Safety of your Crew (as crew safety is more important than any other consideration)
10.

The MSSC HQ Communications team are covering all PR and media requirements, no action needs to be taken at unit level with local media contacts?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
11.

Whilst the coxswain has responsibility for the safe navigation and handling of the boat a key person who will work closely with the Coxswain to provide an update on the bridge by bridge navigation is...?
- A.
  
  Coxswain
- B.
  
  Crew Supervisor
- C.
  
  Navigator
12.

It is the responsibility of all crewmembers to monitor the position of thier Trinity in the QDJP formation?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
13.

One of the two priorities for the PR element of the QDJP is to promote indvidual crew stories to the National and Local media?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
14.

While in formation there is a special MOB procedure which sees the MOB being picked up by a pace boat, all other boats including the casulty's own boat maintaining formation.
- A.
  
  True, it would be dangerous for a boat to break formation and try to manoeuvre in the middle of the fleet.
- B.
  
  False, we have been trained to pick up our own casulaties so that's what we will do on the day.
15.

From the list below, identify all the actions you should take in the event of engine failure while in formation?
- A.
  
  Raise the alarm immediately (by making the 'I am stopping' signal).
- B.
  
  Attempt to repair the engine.
- C.
  
  Use two oars to keep the boat clear of the rest of the formation.
- D.
  
  Coxswain to give the order "out oars" and attempt to maintain position in the formation under oars.
- E.
  
  Make ready to receive assistance or a tow and direction from a pace boat.
- F.
  
  Seek assistance from other boats in the formation.
16.

The Beach master has overall authority over launch and recovery while also monitoring total numbers of persons afloat.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
17.

Each crew is responsible for supplying their own fuel (including spare fuel)
- A.
  
  YES, there are legal limits on how much fuel can be carried and the only way to ensure that fuel is transported safely and legally is for each crew to bring their own fuel.
- B.
  
  NO, we will be able to find it somehow locally
18.

Do you need to provide the Trinity 500 launching trolley with your Trinity?
- A.
  
  YES, all boats will need to be launched and recovered on slipways by hand.
- B.
  
  NO, HQ will provide large numbers of people to manhandle the boat.
19.

This is a big event that you will remember for the rest of your life it is important that you work hard but also enjoy yourself as much as possible.
- A.
  
  True :-)
- B.
  
  False :-(